Manifour Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Manifour Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 43.232 N,4 39.266 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.720533
  • Longitude: -4.654433
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MANIFOUR
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 19, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.2.77 BROKE TOW OF TUG HIBERNIA AND DRIFTED ASHORE IN 504312N, 043912W [OGB]. BARGE ON BEACH UNDER HIGH CLIFF. DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR AND CONSIDERED A WRITE OFF. (LL, 21 & 22.2.77). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 10.8.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 10, 2011

Circumstances of loss

22.2.77 BROKE TOW OF TUG HIBERNIA AND DRIFTED ASHORE. BARGE ON BEACH UNDER HIGH CLIFF. DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR AND CONSIDERED A WRITE OFF. (LL, 21 & 22.2.77).

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FAQ

Where is the MANIFOUR wreck located?

The MANIFOUR wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.232 N,4 39.266 W.

When did the MANIFOUR sink?

The MANIFOUR sank on Feb 19, 1977.

When was the wreck of the MANIFOUR discovered?

The wreck of the MANIFOUR was discovered in 1977.

What country did the MANIFOUR belong to?

The MANIFOUR belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MANIFOUR?

The MANIFOUR is classified as a barge.